History + Culture
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES AND MUSEUMS
This tour will show you all the archaeological sites and museums of the island in just five hours! Tickets to the museums are not included in the price, they cost between 3 to 5 euro depending on the museum.
Ancient Settlement of Filakopi – dating from the 3rd and 2nd millennia BCE, this place was one of the hotspots of one of the first civilizations in the Greek area, called the Cycladic civilization. Now only its ruins stand above the waters. (30 minutes)
Archaeological Museum in Plaka – its exhibits show the island’s rich history from the Neolithic Period to Late Antiquity. There is a replica of the Venus de Milo statue. Only included in the 09:00-14:00 schedule. (1 hour)
Folklore Museum in Plaka – this old traditional Milos home was turned into a museum and it shows you how everyday life used to look like for people on the island. (1 hour)
Ecclesiastical Museum in Adamas – hosted in a church that is almost a thousand years old, the museum hosts important religious artifacts and is devoted to the Holy Trinity. There are two beautiful mosaics in its yard, made by a local craftsman. (1 hour)
Mining Museum in Adamas – the mining industry has been central to the island’s growth since ancient times. Here you will get information about the geological history of Milos and the sociocultural impact of the mines. Only included in the 15:00 – 20:00 schedule. (1 hour)
War Museum in Plaka – hosted in a World War Two bomb shelter, the museum offers exhibits about the island’s history in the two world wars. (1 hour)
Christian Catacombs – one of the most important monuments of early Christian worship, the extensive system of caves and tombs in the village of Tripiti is considered a must for everyone that visits the island! (45 minutes)
Ancient Theatre and Ancient Town of Klima – the ancient theatre, recovered in half from the ground, still stands majestic to this day! Come check its marvellous acoustics. You will also visit the discovery site of the Venus de Milo statue and the ruins of the ancient town of Klima. (45 minutes)